Newfoundland

Newfoundland is a charming village located in Dreher Township, Wayne County, Pennsylvania. Nestled in the Pocono Mountains region, it blends rural tranquility with community spirit and scenic beauty.

🏡 Community Snapshot

• Founded: Settled in 1829 by Daniel Stroud
• Elevation: Approximately 1,312 feet (400 meters)
• ZIP Code: 18445
• School District: Wallenpaupack Area School District (home to South Elementary School, grades K–5)
• Township Seat: Dreher Township’s municipal building is located in Newfoundland

🚗 Location & Access

• Major Roads: PA Routes 507, 191, and 447
• Nearby Towns: Greentown, Sterling, Tafton, and Hamlin
• Waterways: East Branch of Wallenpaupack Creek, which feeds into Lake Wallenpaupack

🎪 Local Events & Culture

• Greene-Dreher-Sterling Fair: Held every Labor Day weekend, this is Newfoundland’s most famous event, drawing visitors from across the region
• Annual Fireman's Picnic & Parade: A beloved Fourth of July tradition
• Community Services: Home to the Greene-Dreher Volunteer Fire Association and the Newfoundland Area Ambulance Association, serving multiple surrounding townships

🌲 Nearby Attractions

• Promised Land State Park: Just a short drive away, offering hiking, fishing, and camping
• Lacawac Sanctuary: A nature preserve and research center nearby
• The Hideout: A private residential and recreational community in the region

🧑‍🎨 Notable Residents

• Michael Schoeffling: Actor known for playing Jake Ryan in Sixteen Candles, now a local woodworking shop owner
• Hyung Jin Moon: South Korean-American pastor and co-founder of the World Peace and Unification Sanctuary, based in Newfoundland